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Autonomous Vehicles
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Waymo
Voro Motors
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Shared Micromobility
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Mobility As a Service

The Ride AI podcast presents cutting-edge insights and meaningful conversations with the world’s top mobility technology leaders so that you learn hard-won lessons of investment and innovation. Ride AI is hosted by Ed Niedermeyer an American author and analyst who focuses on the automotive industry and mobility innovation. Co-hosts include Horace Dediu, Oliver Bruce and James Gross.

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Latest Episodes

We do a deep dive into Dot, DoorDash's newly announced homegrown delivery robot, that has eyes, can talks, and is capable of speeds up to 20mph.

In this episode, we dive into the details of the Uber-Lucid-Nuro robotaxi deal, which could be the largest deal of its kind to date.

In this episode, we dive into the nitty gritty of what makes a good sensor and how lidar could transform urban traffic as we know it.

In this episode of the Ride AI podcast, we sit down with Ed Bernardon, Chief Racing Officer at AIPEX Racing, to explore the high-octane world of autonomous motorsport. From dispelling the myth that self-driving race cars are just glorified remote-con... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Chapin
Chief Operating Officer at Nuro
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Episode: Inside The Biggest Robotaxi Deal To Date (w/ Nuro COO Andrew Chapin)
Angus Pacala
CEO and co-founder of Ouster, a company specializing in 3D LiDAR technology
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Episode: Transforming The World With Lidar (w/ Ouster CEO Angus Pacala)
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Episode: The Rise of Autonomous Racing (w/ AIPEX's Ed Bernardon)
Ali Kashani
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Episode: Delivering the Future with Ali Kashani of Serve Robotics
Jeremy Bird
Executive Vice President of Driver Experience at Lyft
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Episode: Inside Lyft’s Autonomous Vehicle Strategy (w/ Jeremy Bird, EVP of Driver Experience)
Ryan Green
CEO and co-founder of Gridwise
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Episode: Navigating the Gig Economy (w/ Ryan Green of Gridwise)
Xiaodi Hou
CEO of Bot Auto and an academic researcher specializing in computer vision
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Episode: Cost Per Mile and the Road to Autonomous Trucking (w/ Xiaodi Hou of Bot Auto)
Vishay Nihalani
Point person for bringing Waymo to Los Angeles and has been with Waymo since its early Google self-driving car project days.
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Episode: The Full Spectrum Challenge of Deploying Robotaxis with Vishay Nihalani of Waymo
Nimrod Nehushtan
Executive Vice President for Strategy and Business Development at Mobileye
Mobileye
Episode: Bringing ADAS to the Mainstream with Nimrod Nehushtan of Mobileye

Hosts

Sophia Tung
Host of Ride AI, engaging in insightful discussions about mobility technology and trends.
Ed Niedermeyer
Host and analyst focusing on the automotive industry and mobility innovation.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Best Overview of the Industry You Can Find

    This is a bigger picture podcast that talks trends, demand curves, and venture funding.

    A lot of it is deep dives into specific companies and their story and vision for a specific device.

    I’d like to hear more about how the US, European, and Asian regulatory frameworks do or do not get consideration in design and marketing. More about when, where, and how safety is considered - materials and electronics testing - give how challenging it is for consumers to get these devices repaired would be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turtle Savior
    United States2 years ago
  • Micromobility

    GREAT podcast of the ever changing early scene of the electric bike/tiny car/last mile/sharing economy. Think of the automobile scene of the early 1900s when there were hundreds of different car manufacturers and lots of different design ideas. I only wish they’d upgrade the audio quality. Oliver the host’s audio sounds like the equivalent of low res 8 bit arcade graphics, constantly breaking into bits and burps. Add to that the fact he’s a “quick, low talker” at the end of his sentences, it DRI... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Antique Cintiq
    United States3 years ago
  • Future of transport

    The future of transportation is a large ecosystem of small electric vehicles and the Micromobility podcast is the premier place to hear directly from the thinkers and entrepreneurs in the space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedshiftXX
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen for anyone interested in micromobility

    Mind blowing insights, week after week, that prove micromobility is the true disruptor in the transportation sector

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gomicro
    United States3 years ago
  • The #1 place for Micromobility and small EV insight

    The Micromobility Podcast consistently features quality guests that cover manufacturing, distribution, investing, policy, regulation, trends and technology for Micromobility and small EVs on a global scale. If you care about more intelligent transportation, this is podcast a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gilleyboy71
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, many reflect that the discussions provide valuable insights into the future of transportation, making it a must-listen for industry professionals.
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Listeners appreciate the informative deep dives into mobility technology and the expertise of the guests.

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Inside The Biggest Robotaxi Deal To Date (w/ Nuro COO Andrew Chapin)
Q: Can you just sort of run us through, you know, high level what it involves?
The partnership involves Nuro providing the autonomy stack, Uber managing the marketplace, and Lucid supplying the vehicles, with a commitment to deploy 20,000 robotaxis over the next six years.
The Rise of Autonomous Racing (w/ AIPEX's Ed Bernardon)
Q: Will autonomous racing replace traditional racing events?
No, but it can become an exciting supplemental event that enhances the overall experience of racing weekends.
Delivering the Future with Ali Kashani of Serve Robotics
Q: What would be your dream city to operate in?
New York is high up on the list, but Vancouver, where he has personal ties, is also a priority.
Delivering the Future with Ali Kashani of Serve Robotics
Q: How many deliveries have you done this year?
In Q1, delivery volume was up 75%, with expectations of over 60% growth in Q2.
Delivering the Future with Ali Kashani of Serve Robotics
Q: What is the range of one of your robots, and what do you consider as a last mile delivery?
The new generation robots can travel about 40 miles, focusing primarily on short distances for food delivery.

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What is Ride AI about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focuses on the evolving landscape of mobility technology, particularly the integration of autonomous vehicles and AI within various sectors. The discussions typically feature industry leaders conversing about innovations, regulatory challenges, and market dynamics, providing valuable insights into how these technologies shape the future of transportation. Notably, there is an emphasis on real-world applications and the collaborative efforts among key players in the industry, offering listeners a comprehensive view of the investment opportunities and challenges in the mobility space. Listeners can expect a blend of technical analysis and strategic discussions that highlight the nuances of this rapidly advancing field.

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1. The Talk Show With John Gruber
2. All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
3. The Ezra Klein Show
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5. The Daily

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Ride AI launched 7 years ago and published 245 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Ride AI include:

1. Andrew Chapin
2. Angus Pacala
3. Eddie Bernardon
4. Ali Kashani
5. Jeremy Bird
6. Ryan Green
7. Xiaodi Hou
8. Vishay Nihalani

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